Have you been curious to explore the exciting possibilities for creative inspiration through plein air drawing?
Then this one day workshop is for you!
Working outside “en plein air” and using a small homemade viewfinder (small paper window), students will begin this course by making quick studies in black and white of a few different views that are of interest compositionally.
This workshop will offer exposure to and exploration of methods and techniques of working outside from the landscape.
We will review some “illusionistic tricks” to learn specific techniques to create atmosphere, perspective, mood, and landscape depth.
We will create quick, small-scale studies, responding to light, shadow, space and the natural rhythms and patterns in nature. We will experiment with varied materials such as oil pastel, charcoal, graphite and marker. After beginning in black and white, students will progress to monochromatic drawings, eventually drawing with color.
*photo on left, Plein air drawing, Lake Como, Italy
Some artists we will look at are van Gogh and Matisse, among others, for inspiration. Students will gain an understanding of how to best begin to approach drawing out in nature while incorporating emotional expression in order to depict their interpretation of a particular place.
*photo on right, Plein air drawing at Georgia O’Keeffe’s favorite mountain, Abiquiu, New Mexico
"Every day in our studios we have the opportunity to reinvent ourselves."
-Lily Prince
FAQs:
Q: Who is this course for?
A: Open to all levels.
Q: Is previous experience necessary?
A: No. Beginners are welcome!
Q: What if I miss a schedule, are the class recorded?
A: All LIVE online classes are recorded and available for viewing in your class curriculum.
Q: How long will I have access to the course material?
A: After the course has concluded, you will have access for 90 days.
Q: I have more questions. How do I reach you?
A: Email me at [email protected]
Please review our refund policy below:
- Enrollees are eligible for a full refund within 14 days of the date of purchase.
- Refund requests made after the initial 14 days will incur processing fees.
- Cancellations made within 2 weeks before the course start date are subject to a 50% refund.
- No refunds will be given once a class has started.
- Instead of a refund, you may opt to use your purchase as credits for a future class.
To request a refund, please contact us at [email protected] within the specified time frames. Include your [Course Name], and the reason for the refund request in your email.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our refund policy, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
We appreciate your understanding and commitment to Plein Air Workshop. Happy learning!
About Lily
Lily Prince has her B.F.A. from Rhode Island School of Design, her M.F.A. from Bard College and attended the Skowhegan residency. Prince has exhibited widely nationally and internationally and was awarded commissions including the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs and numerous hotels. Prince was awarded the prestigious Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant in painting in 2020.
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